Female Therapists in Spruce Grove, AB
Feeling overwhelmed! Not sure what to do or where to start? I believe the purpose of counselling is to help you develop the necessary skills to help get you through difficult times. I have 15+ years of expertise in treating depression, anxiety, trauma and PTSD, relationship issues, workplace issues, grief/loss, self-esteem, and personality-related problems. We will explore how to change negative thought patterns, deal with difficult emotions, explore new perspectives, create behavioral changes, improve self worth, enhance relationships communication and connection and create a more meaningful life.
Feeling overwhelmed! Not sure what to do or where to start? I believe the purpose of counselling is to help you develop the necessary skills to help get you through difficult times. I have 15+ years of expertise in treating depression, anxiety, trauma and PTSD, relationship issues, workplace issues, grief/loss, self-esteem, and personality-related problems. We will explore how to change negative thought patterns, deal with difficult emotions, explore new perspectives, create behavioral changes, improve self worth, enhance relationships communication and connection and create a more meaningful life.
I am committed to providing a compassionate, judgment-free environment where clients feel welcomed and supported. I believe in the importance of having someone to accompany us through life’s transitions and challenges, and offer faith-based counselling for those who consider spirituality a vital part of their healing journey. With 26 years of experience serving in the Canadian Armed Forces, my skillset is in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, loss and grief, marital breakdown, and crisis management. I employ a person-centered approach, emphasizing the healing power of meaning-making.
I am committed to providing a compassionate, judgment-free environment where clients feel welcomed and supported. I believe in the importance of having someone to accompany us through life’s transitions and challenges, and offer faith-based counselling for those who consider spirituality a vital part of their healing journey. With 26 years of experience serving in the Canadian Armed Forces, my skillset is in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, loss and grief, marital breakdown, and crisis management. I employ a person-centered approach, emphasizing the healing power of meaning-making.
Sheila Hudson (Aspire Counselling and Psychology)
Psychologist, MC, BEd, BA, RPsych
6 Endorsed
Spruce Grove, AB T7X
Waitlist for new clients
Life is messy. That’s just the way things are. Sometimes, that mess is manageable—maybe even beautiful. But, as Dr. Seuss put it, sometimes it’s “so big and so deep and so tall” that it feels impossible to know where to start. This is especially true when the mess involves painful memories, overwhelming emotions, distorted thoughts, complicated relationships, or deeply ingrained beliefs and patterns of behaviour that no longer serve you. If you're feeling overwhelmed by any of this, I’m here to help you sort through it.
Life is messy. That’s just the way things are. Sometimes, that mess is manageable—maybe even beautiful. But, as Dr. Seuss put it, sometimes it’s “so big and so deep and so tall” that it feels impossible to know where to start. This is especially true when the mess involves painful memories, overwhelming emotions, distorted thoughts, complicated relationships, or deeply ingrained beliefs and patterns of behaviour that no longer serve you. If you're feeling overwhelmed by any of this, I’m here to help you sort through it.
As a registered provisional psychologist, I provide compassionate support in a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel heard and respected. Whether you are facing anxiety, depression, stress, or seeking personal growth, I collaborate with you to develop personalized strategies for resilience and positive change. Building trust is my priority, and I do this by actively listening, being transparent, and creating a space where open communication can thrive. By building trust through active listening and a genuine connection, we’ll focus on your strengths to foster healing and growth.
As a registered provisional psychologist, I provide compassionate support in a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel heard and respected. Whether you are facing anxiety, depression, stress, or seeking personal growth, I collaborate with you to develop personalized strategies for resilience and positive change. Building trust is my priority, and I do this by actively listening, being transparent, and creating a space where open communication can thrive. By building trust through active listening and a genuine connection, we’ll focus on your strengths to foster healing and growth.
Therapy doesn't have to be scary. It's our goal to work with you to become empowered to feel safer in an unpredictable world by effectively using the information your own mind, body, and emotions tell you. Like a GPS on a car, our job is to enable to you reach your destination by using the maps you provide. If we take a detour, it's our role to reroute and help clarify the connection between the information you provide and where you want to go.
Therapy doesn't have to be scary. It's our goal to work with you to become empowered to feel safer in an unpredictable world by effectively using the information your own mind, body, and emotions tell you. Like a GPS on a car, our job is to enable to you reach your destination by using the maps you provide. If we take a detour, it's our role to reroute and help clarify the connection between the information you provide and where you want to go.
Hi and welcome! I am a therapist who will work with you, challenge you to find your best self and help you overcome obstacles that are holding you back. I work a lot with infidelity, abusive relationships, NPD, covert narcissism, emotional abuse, domestic abuse, co-dependency, avoidant / anxious attachment styles, couples therapy, setting boundaries, and helping individuals discover a path towards self awareness and happiness. I believe that everyone deserves a chance to be heard and understood. Life can be hard but personal growth often comes from the toughest times. Accepting a limited amount of new clients at this time!
Hi and welcome! I am a therapist who will work with you, challenge you to find your best self and help you overcome obstacles that are holding you back. I work a lot with infidelity, abusive relationships, NPD, covert narcissism, emotional abuse, domestic abuse, co-dependency, avoidant / anxious attachment styles, couples therapy, setting boundaries, and helping individuals discover a path towards self awareness and happiness. I believe that everyone deserves a chance to be heard and understood. Life can be hard but personal growth often comes from the toughest times. Accepting a limited amount of new clients at this time!
Hi, I’m Michelle. I believe meaningful change begins with a strong therapeutic relationship, and strive to create a space that fosters acceptance, connection, healing, and empowerment. No matter where you’re starting from—whether it’s anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, grief, separation/divorce, performance-related challenges, or a general life transition—I would be honoured to support you in your journey toward healing and growth. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, always guided by each individual’s and couple's unique needs, experiences, and goals.
Hi, I’m Michelle. I believe meaningful change begins with a strong therapeutic relationship, and strive to create a space that fosters acceptance, connection, healing, and empowerment. No matter where you’re starting from—whether it’s anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, grief, separation/divorce, performance-related challenges, or a general life transition—I would be honoured to support you in your journey toward healing and growth. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, always guided by each individual’s and couple's unique needs, experiences, and goals.
Please click the “My Website” button on the right to view my schedule and book appointments.
'Life is pain, highness. Anyone who tells you differently is selling something'- William Goldman (from The Princess Bride). All sarcasm aside, life can be painful. There's not a class in school to teach you about your emotions. If you're looking for someone to talk to, seeking help probably seems less scary than staying where you are right now. I've been there. Asking for help goes against what Western society tells us: that we should be able to figure it all out on our own while also being productive. No wonder we don't like our feelings.
Please click the “My Website” button on the right to view my schedule and book appointments.
'Life is pain, highness. Anyone who tells you differently is selling something'- William Goldman (from The Princess Bride). All sarcasm aside, life can be painful. There's not a class in school to teach you about your emotions. If you're looking for someone to talk to, seeking help probably seems less scary than staying where you are right now. I've been there. Asking for help goes against what Western society tells us: that we should be able to figure it all out on our own while also being productive. No wonder we don't like our feelings.
Hello, thank you for taking the time to read through my bio. My name is Erin, and I am a practical, grounded, and gentle person that likes to find humor and excitement in everyday life. As a practitioner I am kind, empathetic, and understanding in my approach.
I believe that healing and true personal exploration can only occur when you feel fundamentally safe. I focus on creating a collaborative atmosphere where your story is respected at your own pace, and without judgement.
Hello, thank you for taking the time to read through my bio. My name is Erin, and I am a practical, grounded, and gentle person that likes to find humor and excitement in everyday life. As a practitioner I am kind, empathetic, and understanding in my approach.
I believe that healing and true personal exploration can only occur when you feel fundamentally safe. I focus on creating a collaborative atmosphere where your story is respected at your own pace, and without judgement.
Our world is ever-changing and demanding more of us each day. This can make us feel like we are falling behind and sinking into quicksand. When this happens, anxiety, stress, depression, panic, and other harmful feelings emerge. Society gives us the message that we should be able to deal with all of these things on our own and, worse yet, that our feelings are not even real. I am here to say your feelings are legitimate, that you count, and there is a way to work through them. Together we can create goals that work towards coping with daily activities and then thriving within your life.
Our world is ever-changing and demanding more of us each day. This can make us feel like we are falling behind and sinking into quicksand. When this happens, anxiety, stress, depression, panic, and other harmful feelings emerge. Society gives us the message that we should be able to deal with all of these things on our own and, worse yet, that our feelings are not even real. I am here to say your feelings are legitimate, that you count, and there is a way to work through them. Together we can create goals that work towards coping with daily activities and then thriving within your life.
I am a Registered Psychologist in Alberta, the Yukon, and Ontario. I have over 17 years of experience working in a variety of mental health and social settings, with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. I have had the honour of working directly with Indigenous individuals, organizations, and communities. I tend to work in the areas of trauma and PTSD, intergenerational trauma and the impact of residential schools and colonization, depression, anxiety, substance abuse/addiction, family of origin issues, self-esteem, emotional regulation, and relationship concerns. I provide therapy for adults.
I am a Registered Psychologist in Alberta, the Yukon, and Ontario. I have over 17 years of experience working in a variety of mental health and social settings, with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. I have had the honour of working directly with Indigenous individuals, organizations, and communities. I tend to work in the areas of trauma and PTSD, intergenerational trauma and the impact of residential schools and colonization, depression, anxiety, substance abuse/addiction, family of origin issues, self-esteem, emotional regulation, and relationship concerns. I provide therapy for adults.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I offer a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, understand your emotions, and begin creating meaningful change at your own pace. Together, we’ll work toward helping you feel more grounded, confident, and in control of your life.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I offer a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, understand your emotions, and begin creating meaningful change at your own pace. Together, we’ll work toward helping you feel more grounded, confident, and in control of your life.
I believe in tailoring therapy to you; incorporating elements of your life and history so each meeting feels authentic, meaningful and paves the way for change. This might include first building a narrative around your current concern, working on strategies to tackle symptoms, or diving deeper into the past and the root of your concerns. Whatever the goal, you're in charge of how you want your therapeutic experience to look. I work with children and adults and have a special interest in working with ADHD, neurodivergence, anxiety, depression, rural lifestyles, post-secondary students, relationship separation, and suicidal ideation.
I believe in tailoring therapy to you; incorporating elements of your life and history so each meeting feels authentic, meaningful and paves the way for change. This might include first building a narrative around your current concern, working on strategies to tackle symptoms, or diving deeper into the past and the root of your concerns. Whatever the goal, you're in charge of how you want your therapeutic experience to look. I work with children and adults and have a special interest in working with ADHD, neurodivergence, anxiety, depression, rural lifestyles, post-secondary students, relationship separation, and suicidal ideation.
What I hear most from those who are struggling is that they desperately want to change but they have no idea how. Most have been dealing with overwhelming symptoms for so long that suffering is part of their routine. This daily grind results in unhealthy coping mechanisms that compound the issues and amplify the symptoms. Whether your suffering stems from relationship, parenting, interpersonal struggles, or unresolved past trauma, you have the capacity to heal, even when you feel that life is unbearable and change is out of reach. If you are ready to do the work, break the cycles and make the change that matters, I am here to help.
What I hear most from those who are struggling is that they desperately want to change but they have no idea how. Most have been dealing with overwhelming symptoms for so long that suffering is part of their routine. This daily grind results in unhealthy coping mechanisms that compound the issues and amplify the symptoms. Whether your suffering stems from relationship, parenting, interpersonal struggles, or unresolved past trauma, you have the capacity to heal, even when you feel that life is unbearable and change is out of reach. If you are ready to do the work, break the cycles and make the change that matters, I am here to help.
I offer compassionate counselling rooted in Indigenous values, holistic wellness, and lived experience. I work with youth (10+), adults, and families navigating trauma, neurodivergence, systemic oppression, and life’s challenges. My approach is neurodivergence-affirming, trauma-informed, guided by Indigenous ethics and healing approaches, and founded in good relationships, compassion, and respect. As an AuDHD person and mother to a multiply disabled teen, I bring not only clinical knowledge but also lived experience, empathy, and advocacy to my work.
I offer compassionate counselling rooted in Indigenous values, holistic wellness, and lived experience. I work with youth (10+), adults, and families navigating trauma, neurodivergence, systemic oppression, and life’s challenges. My approach is neurodivergence-affirming, trauma-informed, guided by Indigenous ethics and healing approaches, and founded in good relationships, compassion, and respect. As an AuDHD person and mother to a multiply disabled teen, I bring not only clinical knowledge but also lived experience, empathy, and advocacy to my work.
Do you struggle with trauma, grief, relationship stress, parenting pressures, or reproductive/postpartum/perimenopausal mental health challenges that affect your day-to-day life, your marriage, your family, or your sense of self? Do you feel overwhelmed, exhausted, untethered, or quietly falling apart while still trying to show up for everyone else? Do you find yourself just getting through the day, carrying invisible pain, or wondering if things will ever feel lighter?
Do you question whether healing is possible, or hope that life could feel more manageable, meaningful, and connected?
Learn more at reneeprins.therapy on Instagram.
Do you struggle with trauma, grief, relationship stress, parenting pressures, or reproductive/postpartum/perimenopausal mental health challenges that affect your day-to-day life, your marriage, your family, or your sense of self? Do you feel overwhelmed, exhausted, untethered, or quietly falling apart while still trying to show up for everyone else? Do you find yourself just getting through the day, carrying invisible pain, or wondering if things will ever feel lighter?
Do you question whether healing is possible, or hope that life could feel more manageable, meaningful, and connected?
Learn more at reneeprins.therapy on Instagram.
I am not your typical counsellor! I love to talk about the elephant in the room! I will ask the hard questions and yes I have opinions about things! I will always advocate for your healing and growth which sometimes means honestly discussing the dynamic between us! This is all done through my utmost respect and care for you within a spirit of kindness! If you want a counsellor who will not shy away from challenging you to be your best please reach out!
I am not your typical counsellor! I love to talk about the elephant in the room! I will ask the hard questions and yes I have opinions about things! I will always advocate for your healing and growth which sometimes means honestly discussing the dynamic between us! This is all done through my utmost respect and care for you within a spirit of kindness! If you want a counsellor who will not shy away from challenging you to be your best please reach out!
My work is deeply informed by my own lived experiences with poverty, complex trauma, and profound grief. These experiences have shaped my appreciation for our innate capacity to heal, grow, and create meaning even in the midst of adversity. I view therapy as a collaborative relationship built on trust, empathy, and respect, where your story is met with care and curiosity.
I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals navigating ADHD, complex PTSD, intergenerational trauma, childhood trauma, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, intimate partner violence, burnout, and emotional dysregulation.
My work is deeply informed by my own lived experiences with poverty, complex trauma, and profound grief. These experiences have shaped my appreciation for our innate capacity to heal, grow, and create meaning even in the midst of adversity. I view therapy as a collaborative relationship built on trust, empathy, and respect, where your story is met with care and curiosity.
I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals navigating ADHD, complex PTSD, intergenerational trauma, childhood trauma, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, intimate partner violence, burnout, and emotional dysregulation.
I understand that life has its ups and downs, and that sometimes, we need help to live our most authentic lives or be the best versions of ourselves. I value the therapeutic relationship that is formed within the counselling room. Furthermore, I feel that all people deserve to feel heard, connected, seen, and understood.
I understand that life has its ups and downs, and that sometimes, we need help to live our most authentic lives or be the best versions of ourselves. I value the therapeutic relationship that is formed within the counselling room. Furthermore, I feel that all people deserve to feel heard, connected, seen, and understood.
I am passionate about providing supportive, client-centred care and creating a space where individuals feel safe, heard, and empowered. I work with people who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, uncertain, or disconnected—from themselves or others. Whether you're navigating anxiety, low mood, identity exploration, life transitions, or challenges in relationships, my goal is to walk alongside you with empathy and support.
I am passionate about providing supportive, client-centred care and creating a space where individuals feel safe, heard, and empowered. I work with people who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, uncertain, or disconnected—from themselves or others. Whether you're navigating anxiety, low mood, identity exploration, life transitions, or challenges in relationships, my goal is to walk alongside you with empathy and support.
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FAQ - Therapist Gender
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.